Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP5
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Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 6020
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus 6020 versus Panasonic FP5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 6020 was announced 11 months before the FP5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 6020 matches up vs the FP5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Panasonic FP5
6020 | FP5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Olympus 6020
FP5 | 6020 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | February 2010 | More recent by 11 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Panasonic FP5
6020 | FP5 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 features physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic FP5 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 6020 versus Panasonic FP5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 6020 versus the FP5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 6020 and FP5.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FP5 to give extra detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older 6020 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Also referred to as | mju Tough 6020 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 122g (0.27 pounds) | 141g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $279 | $199 |